2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Journey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2900 mm |
